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16 weeks can feel like a long time.But when you're thinking about the next 10, 20 or 30 years of your career, it's a rel...
09/10/2026

16 weeks can feel like a long time.

But when you're thinking about the next 10, 20 or 30 years of your career, it's a relatively small investment in your future.

Northampton College Skills Bootcamps give adults aged 19+ the opportunity to develop practical, employer-focused skills in a range of sectors.

They're free, flexible and designed to help you move towards employment, retraining or progression.

Current Bootcamps include:

🔥 Welding for Construction
🏗️ Entry to the Construction Sector
🌱 Green Skills and Retrofit for Construction
🪜 Step into Scaffolding
📦 ESOL for Warehousing

And completing a Bootcamp comes with an opportunity to interview with an employer.

Don't just think about changing direction. Start taking steps towards it.

Find out what's available on our website today and see where your next set of skills could take you.

When Rhys joined Northampton College to study Level 2 Health & Social Care, he already had a clear ambition: to work in ...
08/10/2026

When Rhys joined Northampton College to study Level 2 Health & Social Care, he already had a clear ambition: to work in the ambulance service.

With support from his tutors, he was able to apply his learning and take the steps towards making that ambition a reality.

Today, Rhys works for the West Midlands Ambulance Service and has already progressed from Vehicle Preparation Operative to the Patient Transport Service.

Your destination might not be the same as Rhys's.

But your starting point could be.

Find a course that matches your ambitions and see where it could take you.

Congratulations to our plumbing teacher Donald Lack, who is celebrating an extraordinary professional achievement after ...
08/10/2026

Congratulations to our plumbing teacher Donald Lack, who is celebrating an extraordinary professional achievement after becoming both a Master Plumber and a Chartered Scientist.

Donald’s career in plumbing, engineering, energy and sustainability spans more than five decades, taking him from a five-year plumbing and heating apprenticeship to senior positions in industry, local government and energy management, before returning to the college where it all began to pass on his experience to the next generation.

Read the full story on our website via the link in the comments below.

05/10/2026

Are you in Year 11? It’s time to start thinking about what comes next.

Your GCSEs might not be finished yet, but now is the perfect time to start exploring your options for life after Year 11.

Come along to one of our Open Events this October and November and discover what Northampton College has to offer. From courses and apprenticeships to our campuses, facilities and student life, you’ll get the chance to explore your options, meet our tutors and start picturing yourself here.

Not sure what you want to do yet? That’s absolutely fine. Our Open Events are a great place to get inspired, ask questions and find the path that’s right for you.

👉 Book your place now via our website.

Your Future, Shaped Together.

Want to work in logistics or warehousing?Our free ESOL for Warehousing Skills Bootcamp combines practical industry skill...
05/10/2026

Want to work in logistics or warehousing?

Our free ESOL for Warehousing Skills Bootcamp combines practical industry skills with English language support to help you build the confidence, communication skills and knowledge you need for the workplace.

4 weeks. Monday–Thursday. Lower Mounts.

And when you complete the Bootcamp, you'll be offered an interview with an employer with current job opportunities.

🗓️ Starts 2 November

👤 Aged 19+?
🇬🇧 Have the right to study in England?
📦 Ready to take your next step?

Find out more and apply today.

There's something satisfying about learning a skill you can actually put into practice.Our Welding for Construction Skil...
02/10/2026

There's something satisfying about learning a skill you can actually put into practice.

Our Welding for Construction Skills Bootcamp gives you the opportunity to develop practical skills relevant to the construction sector.

It's designed for adults looking to develop their skills and move towards employment – whether you're starting a new career or looking for a change of direction.

You'll get:

🔥 Practical training
🛠️ Industry-relevant skills
👨‍🏫 Support from experienced tutors
💼 Employability skills
🤝 An opportunity to interview with an employer after completing the course

19+? Looking for a new direction?

This could be your next move. Find out more on our website.

Noah wanted to kickstart his career in construction. He chose a Level 2 Bricklaying Apprenticeship and is now gaining ha...
01/10/2026

Noah wanted to kickstart his career in construction. He chose a Level 2 Bricklaying Apprenticeship and is now gaining hands-on experience with Bloor Homes at Harlestone Park.

Along the way, he's had the support of his tutors and the opportunity to learn while gaining real experience in the workplace.

Noah's story shows what can happen when you combine the right training with the right opportunity.

Could you be next?

Explore our construction courses and apprenticeships at Northampton College and start building your future.

01/10/2026

A college should reflect the community it serves – and Northampton College is proud to be a place where everyone can feel they belong.

Our students and staff come from different backgrounds, cultures and communities, bringing different experiences, perspectives and talents with them. That’s what makes our college community stronger.

Inclusion means making sure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, achieve and be themselves – and that every student can see themselves represented and valued.

Because there’s no such thing as a ‘typical’ Northampton College student. We’re a college for everyone.

Your future, shaped together.

We loved visiting our Learning Lounge today - an event that saw Supported Learning students organise a coffee and cake e...
29/09/2026

We loved visiting our Learning Lounge today - an event that saw Supported Learning students organise a coffee and cake event for their parents including set up/event planning, baking and serving food and drinks. Well done everybody - be very proud of yourselves!

Students took part in Loud Speaker workshops today, hours of interactive, high-energy sessions designed to build confide...
29/09/2026

Students took part in Loud Speaker workshops today, hours of interactive, high-energy sessions designed to build confidence and develop the skills that can make a real difference in college, work and life.

The speakers shared their own personal experiences of overcoming challenges and finding success, giving students plenty to think about — and plenty of opportunities to get involved.

The sessions focused on our NC Core Skills:

💬 Communication – expressing ideas clearly and confidently
🔎 Curiosity – asking questions, exploring and learning
💪 Resilience – handling challenges and bouncing back
🤝 Collaboration – working effectively with others
🚀 Ambition – setting goals and aiming higher
🧩 Problem Solving – thinking critically and finding solutions

These skills are embedded throughout our students’ courses and college life, helping them develop the confidence and capabilities they need to take their next steps.

And with Loud Speaker, there was certainly no shortage of energy, interaction or inspiration!

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